Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2005 Freightliner Century ST
NHTSA data on file today
The 2005 Freightliner Century ST has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #07V403000 FRONT AXLE STEERING STOPS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07V400000 STEERING ARM INSTALLATION NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07V302000 SR-7 SPRING BRAKE VALVE ASSEMBLY/BENDIX/PARKER NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07V289000 DOUGLAS AUTOTEC STEERING COLUMN MISSING WELDS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #05V467000 ARVINMERITOR REAR AXLE HOUSING NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #05V185000 ALUMINUM WHEELS/ACCURIDE NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $12,000–$18,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2005 Freightliner Century ST faces several critical recalls, notably in the steering and suspension systems, impacting long-term reliability. While complaints are minimal, the recalls suggest potentially common and costly repairs.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| tie rod assembly | 60,000–100,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | common |
| spring brake valve | 80,000–150,000 miles | $400–$800 | occasional |
| rear axle spindle | 100,000–150,000 miles | $700–$1,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change
- Brake pad checks
- Tire rotations and balance
- Transmission fluid replacement
- Cooling system service
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Steering abnormalities
- Unusual brake noises
- Alignment issues
- Uneven tire wear
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2005 Freightliner Century ST at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.